EFR32MG21
Multiprotocol Wireless SoCThe EFR32MG21 is a multiprotocol wireless soc from Silicon Labs. View the full EFR32MG21 datasheet below including key specifications, electrical characteristics, absolute maximum ratings.
EFR32MG21 shares its datasheet with EFR32MG21A010F1024IM32, whose page lists every part number it covers.
Official EFR32MG21 datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.
EFR32MG21 Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| ADC | 12-bit 1 Msps SAR |
| DMA | 8-channel |
| PRS | 12-channel |
| RAM | Up to 96 kB |
| GPIO | Up to 20 |
| Flash | Up to 1024 kB |
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-M33, 80 MHz max |
| TX Power | Up to 20 dBm (2.4 GHz) |
| Protocols | Bluetooth Low Energy, Zigbee, Thread |
| Interfaces | 3x USART (UART/SPI/SmartCard/IrDA/I2S), 2x I2C with SMBus |
| Modulation | GFSK, OQPSK |
| RX Current | 8.8 mA (2.4 GHz, 1 Mbps GFSK) |
| TX Current | 9.3 mA @ 0 dBm; 33.8 mA @ 10 dBm |
| Comparators | 2x ACMP |
| RX Sensitivity | -104.5 dBm (250 kbps O-QPSK DSSS); -97.5 dBm (1 Mbps GFSK) |
| Supply Voltage | 1.71V to 3.8V |
| Deep Sleep Current | 5.0 μA (EM2, 96 kB RAM retention, RTC on LFXO) |
| Package Dimensions | 4x4 mm, 0.4 mm pitch |
| Active Mode Current | 50.9 μA/MHz (EM0) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 125°C |
EFR32MG21 Overview
Part: EFR32MG21A010F1024IM32-B — Silicon Labs
Type: Multiprotocol Wireless SoC
Description: 80 MHz ARM Cortex-M33 MCU with up to 1024 kB Flash, 96 kB RAM, and a 2.4 GHz radio supporting Bluetooth 5.1, Zigbee, and Thread, with up to 20 dBm TX power.
Operating Conditions:
- Supply voltage: 1.71 to 3.8 V
- Operating temperature: -40 to 125 °C
- Max operating frequency: 80 MHz
Absolute Maximum Ratings:
- Max supply voltage: 3.8 V
- Max junction/storage temperature: 150 °C
Key Specs:
- CPU: ARM Cortex-M33 with DSP and FPU
- Max CPU frequency: 80 MHz
- Flash memory: Up to 1024 kB
- RAM memory: Up to 96 kB
- 2.4 GHz TX power: Up to 20 dBm
- RX current (1 Mbps GFSK): 8.8 mA
- TX current (0 dBm): 9.3 mA
- EM2 DeepSleep current (96 kB RAM retention): 5.0 μA
- ADC: 12-bit, 1 Msps SAR
Features:
- 12-channel Peripheral Reflex System
- Hardware Cryptographic Acceleration (AES128/256, SHA-1, SHA-2, ECC, ECDSA, ECDH, J-Pake)
- True Random Number Generator (TRNG)
- ARM TrustZone
- Secure Boot with Root of Trust and Secure Loader (RTSL)
- Up to 20 General Purpose I/O pins
- 3x Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART/SPI/SmartCard/IrDA/I2S)
- 2x I2C interface with SMBus support
Applications:
- IoT Multi-Protocol Devices
- Lighting
- Connected Home
- Gateways and Digital Assistants
- Building Automation and Security
Package:
- QFN32 4x4 mm (0.4 mm pitch)
EFR32MG21 Features
- 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M33 core with 80 MHz maximum operating frequency
- Up to 1024 kB of flash and 96 kB of RAM
- 12-channel Peripheral Reflex System enabling autonomous interaction of MCU peripherals
- Integrated PA with up to 20 dBm (2.4 GHz) TX power
- Robust peripheral set and up to 20 GPIO in a 4x4 QFN package
EFR32MG21 Electrical Characteristics
All electrical parameters in all tables are specified under the following conditions, unless stated otherwise:
- Typical values are based on T A =25 °C and all supplies at 3.0 V, by production test and/or technology characterization.
- Radio performance numbers are measured in conducted mode, based on Silicon Laboratories reference designs using output power-specific external RF impedance-matching networks for interfacing to a 50 Ω antenna.
- Minimum and maximum values represent the worst conditions across supply voltage, process variation, and operating temperature, unless stated otherwise.
EFR32MG21 Absolute Maximum Ratings
Stresses above those listed below may cause permanent damage to the device. This is a stress rating only and functional operation of the devices at those or any other conditions above those indicated in the operation listings of this specification is not implied. Exposure to maximum rating conditions for extended periods may affect device reliability. For more information on the available quality and reliability data, see the Quality and Reliability Monitor Report at http://www.silabs.com/support/quality/pages/default.aspx.
Table 4.1. Absolute Maximum Ratings
| Parameter | Symbol | Test Condition | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage temperature range | T STG | -50 | - | +150 | °C | |
| Junction temperature | T JMAX | -I grade | - | - | +135 | °C |
| Voltage on any supply pin | V DDMAX | -0.3 | - | 3.8 | V | |
| Voltage ramp rate on any supply pin | V DDRAMPMAX | - | - | 1.0 | V / μs | |
| Voltage on HFXO pins | V HFXOPIN | -0.3 | - | 1.2 | V | |
| DC voltage on any GPIO pin | V DIGPIN | -0.3 | - | V IOVDD + 0.3 | V | |
| Input RF level on pins RF2G4_IO1 and RF2G4_IO2 | P RFMAX2G4 | - | - | +10 | dBm | |
| Absolute voltage on RF pins RF2G4_IOx | V MAX2G4 | -0.3 | - | V PAVDD | V | |
| Total current into VDD power lines | I VDDMAX | Source | - | - | 200 | mA |
| Total current into VSS ground lines | I VSSMAX | Sink | - | - | 200 | mA |
| Current per I/O pin | I IOMAX | Sink | - | - | 50 | mA |
| Current per I/O pin | Source | - | - | 50 | mA | |
| Current for all I/O pins | I IOALLMAX | Sink | - | - | 200 | mA |
| Current for all I/O pins | Source | - | - | 200 | mA |
EFR32MG21 Thermal Information
Table 4.3. Thermal Characteristics
| Parameter | Symbol | Test Condition | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Ambient QFN32 (4x4mm) | THE- TA JA_QFN32_4X4 | 2-Layer PCB, Natural Convection 1 | - | 94.3 | - | °C/W |
| Package | 4-Layer PCB, Natural Convection 1 | - | 35.4 | - | °C/W | |
| Thermal Resistance Junction to Case QFN32 (4x4mm) | THE- TA JC_QFN32_4X4 | 2-Layer PCB, Natural Convection 1 | - | 36.3 | - | °C/W |
| Package | 4-Layer PCB, Natural Convection 1 | - | 23.5 | - | °C/W |
- Measured according to JEDEC standard JESD51-2A. Integrated Circuit Thermal Test Method Environmental Conditions - Natural Convection (Still Air).
EFR32MG21 Package Information
Figure 7.1. QFN32 Package Drawing
Table 7.1. QFN32 Package Dimensions
| Dimension | Min | Typ | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 0.80 | 0.85 | 0.90 |
| A1 | 0.00 | 0.02 | 0.05 |
| A3 | 0.20 REF | 0.20 REF | 0.20 REF |
| b | 0.15 | 0.20 | 0.25 |
| D | 3.90 | 4.00 | 4.10 |
| E | 3.90 | 4.00 | 4.10 |
| D2 | 2.60 | 2.70 | 2.80 |
| E2 | 2.60 | 2.70 | 2.80 |
| e | 0.40 BSC | 0.40 BSC | 0.40 BSC |
| L | 0.20 | 0.30 | 0.40 |
| K | 0.20 | - | - |
| R | 0.075 | - | 0.125 |
| aaa | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.10 |
| bbb | 0.07 | 0.07 | 0.07 |
| ccc | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.10 |
| ddd | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.05 |
| eee | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0.08 |
| fff | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.10 |
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All dimensions shown are in millimeters (mm) unless otherwise noted.
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Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ANSI Y14.5M-1994.
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This drawing conforms to the JEDEC Solid State Outline MO-220, Variation VKKD-4.
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Recommended card reflow profile is per the JEDEC/IPC J-STD-020 specification for Small Body Components.
Variants on the same datasheet
These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Package |
|---|---|---|
| EFR32MG21A010F1024IM32 | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
| EFR32MG21A010F1024IM32-B | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
| EFR32MG21A010F512IM32-B | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
| EFR32MG21A010F768IM32-B | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
| EFR32MG21A020F1024IM32-B | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
| EFR32MG21A020F512IM32-B | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
| EFR32MG21A020F768IM32-B | Silicon Labs | QFN32 |
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